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Tesla Semi Autonomous Driving Expected Within a Year, Elon Musk Claims

Elon Musk has indicated that Tesla anticipates its self-driving technology for the Tesla Semi will be ready for deployment by late this year or early next. While this timeline might offer job security for human truck drivers given Tesla's past self-driving projections, it marks a significant future step for autonomous commercial trucking. The development aims to integrate advanced self-driving capabilities into Tesla's electric heavy-duty vehicles.

July 27, 2026ElectrekTesla

Charging

Tesla Activates First Public Megacharger for Semi Trucks in California

Tesla has officially opened its inaugural public Megacharger station, located in California, marking a significant step for electric heavy-duty trucking. This new infrastructure will allow Tesla Semi operators to access high-speed charging outside of private depots, addressing a key challenge for long-haul EV logistics.

July 17, 2026Not a Tesla AppTesla

Models

Volvo VNL and VNR Electric Semi-Trucks Join American Truck Simulator

Fans of American Truck Simulator can now experience driving a heavy-duty battery-electric truck, as the game introduces the Volvo VNL Electric and VNR Electric models. This marks the first time electric semi-trucks have been featured in the popular simulation franchise. Players can now simulate the challenges and opportunities of long-haul electric trucking.

July 13, 2026ElectrekVolvo

Autonomous

Tesla Semi Spotted With Full Self-Driving Hardware During Testing

A Tesla Semi truck was recently seen equipped with what appears to be Full Self-Driving (FSD) beta hardware. This sighting suggests that Tesla is actively developing and testing its autonomous driving technology for heavy-duty commercial vehicles, potentially signaling a future expansion into the self-driving freight sector. The development could dramatically reshape logistics and supply chains.

June 30, 2026Not a Tesla AppTesla